This can lead us into cycles of feeling hurt (due to “unforgiveness”), frustrated (“why won’t they listen?”), anxious (“what if I’m doing everything wrong?”), depressed (because there’s nowhere out?), etcetera. In short: attachment = suffering = darkness = less light on target/higher chance for failure…etcetera ad nauseam!

When we detach from things (or people), however – even when they’re causing us pain or difficulty – we open up space for fresh perspectives and new possibilities that might help us resolve our issues more effectively. 

Detachment isn’t always easy (!); after all, detachment means setting someone or something down inside ourselves where their energy still has an impact on us.

But doesn’t constantly pull at our heartstrings like trying desperately to hold onto a marble sculpture…that is sinking in an ocean; sooner or later, we will have to let go or risk drowning ourselves.

Ultimately, a dark night of the Soul and the spiritual- higher consciousness objectivity in brings is worth it because detachment leads to greater compassion, understanding and love. 

So how do you implement detachment into your life? Well, one way is to practice mindfulness.

Mindfulness (or “consciousness-focused awareness”) is the practice of paying attention in a relaxed, open and non-judgmental way to what’s happening inside and around us. 

When we’re mindful, our tendency towards attachment diminishes because we’re no longer focusing on whatever it is that’s causing us stress or pain – instead, we are just present with the experience without reactivity. 

Another simple technique for detachment may be simply acknowledging when emotions start to arise in response to something we’re attaching to and then simply observing the intensity of those emotions without getting lost in them. 

In other words, letting go takes practice, but it can be incredibly helpful when applied correctly! 

So, to sum it all up: detachment is a critical component of mindfulness and can be practised in different ways. 

It’s important to remember that detachment doesn’t mean abandoning our emotions or feelings – on the contrary. It allows us to better understand and love ourselves as we are now. 

So give detachment a try – you might just find that nights full of darkness become more illuminated with each passing day! 

It can be challenging to manage feelings of sadness and depression in the world. 

Our society often tells us that these negative emotions are bad, and that we should just get over them. But is that really what’s best for us?

Scientists have long known that humans are capable of combining different activities in our lives – even moods – in a way that benefits us. 

This process is called cognitive flexibility, and it’s something we use all the time when making decisions. For example, you may recognise your darkness (i.e., feeling sad or depressed), but still decide to go ahead with your plan for a better life because you believe it will help achieve your vision for humanity. 

This type of thinking is called motivated reasoning, and it allows us to see the positive side of situations even when they don’t feel good at first glance.

When you’re depressed, your cognitive flexibility may be impaired. 

It can be harder for you to see the silver lining in situations or make decisions that will benefit you. 

It’s important to remember that there is always something positive to take from a difficult experience – even if it doesn’t feel like it at the time. 

You may not see all of the good things right away, but they’ll start showing up again over time.